Slovakia Leads Medal Count After European Youth Pool Championships

Slovakia Leads Medal Count After European Youth Pool Championships

The 2026 Kamui European Youth Pool Championships concluded at the Terme Olimia Resort in Podčetrtek, Slovenia, with Slovakia emerging as the top-performing nation in the medal table. The event featured three 9-ball tournaments held in the afternoon and two team events in the evening, drawing young talent from across Europe.

Individual gold medals were awarded to Gabriel Aspholm of Sweden, Slovakia’s Mark Szabo, and Iris Eijmberts of the Netherlands. Each competitor demonstrated exceptional skill and composure, contributing to the high level of competition throughout the tournament.

The team events highlighted the collaborative spirit among participants, with Slovakia’s strong showing in both individual and team categories securing their position at the top of the medal table. The championships provided a platform for emerging players to showcase their abilities on an international stage.